Tex. Occupations Code § 201.505: HEARINGS.

(a) A person is entitled to a hearing before the board if the board proposes to:

(1) refuse the person's application for a license;

(2) suspend or revoke the person's license; or

(3) place on probation or reprimand the person.

(b) The board is not bound by strict rules of evidence or procedure in conducting its proceedings and hearings, but the board must base its determination on sufficient legal evidence.

(c) The board may:

(1) issue subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, records, and other documents;

(2) administer oaths; and

(3) take testimony concerning all matters within its jurisdiction.

Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.